Teeth Cleaning in San Francisco — Financial District Office
Soothing Dental’s teeth cleaning office sits in the heart of the Financial District at 450 Sutter Street, a short walk from Union Square, Embarcadero BART, and the Montgomery Muni station. We see patients from across San Francisco — FiDi office workers on a lunch break, Russian Hill and Nob Hill residents who want a walkable dentist, and SoMa tech employees who need an early or late slot. Same-week routine cleaning appointments are the norm rather than the exception.
Our concierge model means a teeth cleaning here is not a fifteen-minute production-line scaling. A registered dental hygienist takes the time to remove tartar above and below the gumline, polish each tooth to restore shine, and walk you through anything we see — early decay, gum inflammation, worn enamel, signs of grinding. Dr. Saeidi performs the exam personally, which is unusual at most volume practices. Plan on 45 to 60 minutes for a routine cleaning, or about 90 minutes if it has been more than a year and you need a full periodontal evaluation.
We accept all major PPO insurance plans — Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, Guardian, United Concordia, Anthem Blue Cross, and Principal — and we file the claim for you. Most plans pay 100% for two preventive cleanings per year with no deductible. If you are choosing a plan or comparing benefits, our Cigna vs. Aetna comparison breaks down which is the better fit for San Francisco patients. No insurance? Our in-house Soothing Dental Membership Plan covers unlimited cleanings, exams, and x-rays for a flat annual fee with no annual benefit cap — almost always cheaper than buying a PPO policy if you are an individual or small-business owner.
Teeth Cleaning in San Francisco
Our Teeth Cleaning Experience
So you don’t enjoy getting your teeth cleaned? Our dentists hope we’ll make it a wonderful experience. However, we know that 98% of patients group teeth cleanings with auto accidents and IRS audits on the experience scale. Okay, we can’t really make teeth cleaning fun. But our team can make it the absolute best teeth cleaning experience you’ve ever had!
Over 95% of our dental cleaning appointments in Bay Area begin and end on time. We manage our time well so we won’t waste yours. Our dentists make you comfortable with massage chairs, nitrous oxide (laughing gas), and VR goggles showing everything Netflix has to offer, or listen to your favorite music or podcast with noise canceling headphones. We also pride ourselves in having a gentle touch. Most importantly, our dentists truly clean your teeth to maintain their brilliance and strength.
What to expect during your teeth cleaning
Our dentists will thoroughly clean your teeth. First, we move any tartar and plaque that built up on the surface of your teeth. Next, we polish your teeth to restore and preserve their shine. If it’s been a long time, one of our dentists will also conduct and exam to look for tooth cracks or decay, signs of periodontal disease. We also thoroughly search for warning signs of oral cancer. In addition, our dentists discuss techniques to maintain or improve your oral health. We share your ultimate goal of preserving your teeth for the rest of your life. The entire teeth cleaning takes between 45 and 60 minutes. Plan for 90 minutes if you haven’t been to the dentist in a while and need a full oral examination.
Can Insurance Cover My Teeth Cleaning?
It might be! Most insurance plans pay for a teeth cleaning or two each year. If yours doesn’t or if you don’t have dental insurance, you’re still in luck! At Soothing Dental, we offer our own membership plans. These straight-forward plans include unlimited free teeth cleanings and a lot more. Even better, there is no annual cap on services or benefits.
Call today for your teeth cleaning
You want bright healthy teeth that last a lifetime. Coincidentally, we want to help you achieve that goal. Scheduling a teeth cleaning never been easier. Call or text Soothing Dental today at 415-989-3953 or simply schedule your appointment online.
"Highly recommend this dental office. Very friendly staff. Dentist provides all necessary info you need and has patience to explain it all to you. They offer free Uber rides for visits so ask about that."
"I been going to soothing dental for the past 3 years and I am never disappointed. The staff is friendly. The dental hygienist is amazing. She always does a fantastic job on my teeth cleaning."
"By far the best customer service ever that I have been to the Dentist. Edith was beyond great and breaking down my treatment plan, and Emma was great with me. Very much recommended."